Judge — October 23, 1926 — page 15: what you’re looking at

What you’re looking at

This is a portrait photograph, not a cartoon. The page features **Raquel Smeller**, identified as a European theatrical star who had achieved popularity in Newark and was set to appear in a new play by Milt Gross (a cartoonist and playwright). The caption's phrasing—"taken Newark by storm"—suggests she was a notable actress generating significant public interest. The photograph shows her in theatrical costume with ruffled sleeves, typical of 1920s stage fashion. This appears to be an entertainment/celebrity feature rather than political satire. Judge magazine, while satirical, regularly included theatrical notices and celebrity profiles. The notation of her European origin and upcoming theatrical work simply announces her arrival as a notable performer to American audiences.